Description

Earthing a fence system is perhaps the most overlooked aspect of building an electric fence system. The fence line is only one half of the circuit – the ground is the other. The two together form an open circuit, which is completed when the animal touches both. The fence line operates efficiently as the electricity is carried through highly conductive filaments but on return the pulse is carried through the ground itself. The ground is a variable medium which is affected by weather conditions, geology and the extent of the earth system installed. In dry conditions the ground conducts poorly so it is always recommended to install the ground stake(s) in damp soil. We recommend a minimum of one 1 metre ground stake for any fence applications at least 1m in depth as the top soil is the most susceptible to change. A fence can only be improved by adding multiple stakes linked with wire driven as deep into the earth as possible. Multiple stakes should be placed 2m apart.

Part no. 47ES2

Additional information

Weight	0.69 kg

Brand

Hotline

Hotline is a trusted UK‑based manufacturer and supplier of premium electric fencing, paddock maintenance, and livestock‑management equipment — offering decades of experience and robust solutions for farms, smallholdings, stables, and rural properties. Founded in 1968 in Devon, Hotline continues to deliver high‑quality energisers, insulators, tensioners, reels, gate kits, polywire, netting and essential accessories, engineered to meet farm‑scale demands.

Whether you’re fencing off a small poultry pen, protecting livestock across pasture, or securing fields from wildlife — Hotline supplies reliable, weather‑resistant products designed for durability, safety, and ease of installation. Their range includes heavy‑duty ratchet and in‑line tensioners, secure bolt‑on insulators for galvanised wire, robust fence‑reels to manage polywire or steel cable, and powerful energisers capable of running on mains or battery power — ideal for remote or off‑grid locations.

At Burkes Agri Supplies, you’ll find a comprehensive selection of authentic Hotline fencing supplies, from budget-friendly essentials to professional-grade tools. Whether you run a smallholding, manage horse paddocks, or oversee livestock grazing fields, Hotline helps you build safe, effective, and long-lasting fences — protecting animals, property and peace of mind.